NPI-LCE Test Engineer, Sr. (Telecommunications)

TL;DR

NPI-LCE Test Engineer, Sr. (Telecommunications): Developing automated test solutions for photonic integration modules and assemblies with an accent on test hardware and software design. Focus on optimizing test solutions throughout the product life cycle and ensuring system reliability during production release.

Location: Ottawa, Canada (In-office). Must be authorized to work in Canada.

Company

hirify.global is a provider of networking and photonic integration solutions for the telecommunications industry.

What you will do

• Develop automated test systems for electro-optical modules from initial concept to production release.
• Design and document test hardware and software requirements in close collaboration with the R&D department.
• Write software test steps and sequences to ensure systems meet all design specifications.
• Coordinate the transfer of test systems to the factory and support production engineering.
• Provide second-line technical support and conduct user training for test solutions.
• Utilize Statistical Process Control (SPC) to optimize test solutions throughout their lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Computer, or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in test engineering, specifically for telecommunication or datacom products.
• Proven experience participating in at least two full product design life cycles across multiple system areas.
• Proficiency in Python scripting, and coding in VC++ or C#.
• Ability to read and interpret hardware circuit schematics, CAD files, and IC data sheets.
• Must be authorized to work in Canada.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of optical transmission and optical components.
• Familiarity with optical test instruments (DCA, OSA, Framed Ethernet, and PRBS traffic testers).
• Experience with SQL databases.
• Knowledge of National Instruments LabVIEW and TestStand environments.
• Experience with PCBA level test methodology and optical performance/compliance testing.

Culture & Benefits

• Permanent, full-time employment with a standard 40-hour work week.
• Opportunity to lead small projects as part of larger development programs.
• Collaborative environment working closely with R&D and production engineering.
• Occasional travel (< 10%) to support vendors and customers.